GloFish® fluorescent fish are beautiful and unique fish that were originally bred to help detect environmental pollutants. It was only recently that scientists realized the public's interest in sharing the benefits of this research. They are safe for the environment and make wonderful pets for new hobbyists and experienced enthusiasts alike. To help address some common curiosities about GloFish® fluorescent fish, please visit our About GloFish® page. For more in depth scientific information, please click the links below to find information on the following topics:
Fluorescent Fish Data & Research
Discovery Genomics Research Regarding Fluorescent Zebra Fish Temperature Sensitivity (pdf)
Abstract: National University of Singapore Fluorescent Zebra Fish
Viability Study
Abstract: Behavioral Study Comparing Non-Fluorescent and Fluorescent Zebra
Fish
Federal & State Agency Reviews
United
States Food & Drug Administration Statement Regarding GloFish® Fluorescent Fish
State of Florida Division of Aquaculture Analysis of Fluorescent Zebra
Fish (pdf)
State of California Department of Fish & Game Analysis of Fluorescent Zebra Fish (pdf)
Reviews by Independent Experts
Environmental Risk Analysis by Dr. Zhiyuan Gong (pdf)
Environmental Risk Analysis by Dr. Perry Hackett (pdf)
Environmental Risk Analysis by Dr. Eric Hallerman (pdf) Environmental Risk Analysis by Dr. William Muir (pdf)
Fluorescent Protein Toxicity Analysis by Dr. Andrew Cubitt (pdf)
General Zebra Fish Background Data
United States Geological Survey Zebra Fish Fact Sheet
FishBase Zebra Fish Species Information
History of Zebra Danio Distribution within the United States (pdf)
Additional Information
“Zebra Fish as Pollution Indicators,” National University of Singapore
“Zebra Fish May be Toxin Detectors,” National Institute of Environmental Health Science
"Too Tired to Be Sexy", Science Now
For science related FAQs, please visit the GloFish® Science section
of our About GloFish®
page.
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